Turning Points 2000 Design Elements
"Ensure Success for Every Student"
This We Believe Characteristics
1. Teaching a curriculum grounded in standards, relevant to adolescents' concerns, and based on how students learn best; and use a mix of assessment methods.
9, 10, 11
2. Use Instructional methods that prepare all students to achieve high standards.
5, 10, 11
3. Organize relationships for learning.
6, 7, 8, 12, 14
4. Govern democratically, involving all school staff members.
2, 3
5. Staff middle grades schools with teachers who are expert at teaching young adolescents, and engage teachers in ongoing professional development.
1, 2, 5, 7
6. Provide a safe and healthy school environment.
4, 12, 13, 14
7. Involved parents and communities in supporting student learning and healthy development.
3, 5, 7, 8, 13, 14
National Middle School Association BELIEVES..... SUCCESSFUL SCHOOLS for young adolescent are characterized by a culture that includes
Educators who value working with this age group and are prepared to do so
Courageous, collaborative leadership
A shared vision that guides decisions
An inviting, supportive, and safe environment
High expectations for every member of the learning community
Students and teachers engaged in active learning
An adult advocate for every student
School-initiated family and community partnership.
9. Curriculum that is relevant, challenging, integrative, and exploratory
Multiple learning and teaching approaches that respond to their diversity
Assessment and evaluation programs that promote quality learning
Organizational structures that support meaningful relationships and learning
School-wide efforts and policies that foster health, wellness, and safety
"Ensure Success for Every Student"
SUCCESSFUL SCHOOLS for young adolescent are characterized by a culture that includes